My previous question about the unchecked files when doing the Norton security deal, it was a moot point. After doing the manual registry part, I went back and looked at the Norton deal....the entries were gong anyways.
Just finished going through this whole process all over. I even found a couple things I'd missed the first time around (dealing with going into the properties of certain files and clicking the 2nd top tab...for compatibility. I went over everything with a fine tooth comb. I even "combed" a few strands of hair twice (in a manner of speaking), just to double check.
BUT............when running the last step, running the desktop Freelancer Crossfire icon as administrator, it updated the files, started to run Freelancer, but got the same error as before and never even left the launcher before it closed.
This is getting so frustrating. Nothing seems to work. I'll give what Silverfox suggested a try...but not holding my breath.... hope it works...but......
If something don't give soon, I'll probably give up on Crossfire and go reload Discovery 487 a go (uninstalled it before even playing it, to give CF a shot).